After a 37-7 win against Henley College this week, Exeter goes to the top of South Pool Division 1 in the AASE League. The final will take place on Friday 2nd December against Gosforth Academy at Saracen’s Allianz Park.

It’s another accolade in a long list of successes this season including a number of Exeter College students featuring within the Chiefs set-up. Prop Marcus Street led the way, debuting at the age of 17 for the Exeter Chiefs first team, while Dan Swain, Sam Daly and Joe Snow have all figured for the Exeter Braves this term. Marcus along with Charlie Wright and James Kenny have been named in the England U18 squad while Richard Capstick has been named in the England U17 squad.

With Exeter College back in the AASE League for the first time in five years with the Chiefs Academy, Rob Gibson has praised the relationship created by Exeter College and the Chiefs to provide a meaningful route through to senior rugby.

“Obviously we are delighted to have got through to the final,” said Gibson. “The relationship between the College and the Chiefs is terrific with benefits for both parties which ultimately means the best for students and players,” added Gibson. “Already the rewards are bearing fruits with several players gaining ‘A’ league experience while still at College, while Marcus Street made his Chiefs debut last weekend at the age of 17 against Cardiff. The coaching staff of Sam Morton, Glenn Channing and Joe Satt have combined with existing staff Jon Hill, Jon Fabian, Steve Perry and Ross Morshead to provide a first class package for the students of the college. Having that pathway for players to follow is key to our success and long may it continue.”

Exeter Chiefs Academy manager Robin Cowling said: “Huge congratulations must go to Rob, his fellow coaches and the players at Exeter College for what is an outstanding achievement. A great deal of time and effort has been put in by all of them to get to this stage, but now they have this one final challenge to overcome…the future certainly looks encouraging for young players in the Westcountry.”